US Trustees

The U.S. Trustee Program is a component of the United States Department of Justice, headquartered at 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C. Its core mission is to promote the integrity and efficiency of the bankruptcy system. This program operates for the benefit of all stakeholders involved in bankruptcy proceedings, including debtors, creditors, and the public.

As an integral part of the Department of Justice, the U.S. Trustee Program aligns with the Department's overarching mission to uphold the rule of law, keep the country safe, and protect civil rights. The Department of Justice is a large organization, composed of more than 30 separate component organizations and over 115,000 employees. It maintains field offices in all U.S. states and territories, as well as in more than 50 countries worldwide. The Department's values, which guide its work, include independence, impartiality, honesty, integrity, respect, and a commitment to excellence in service to the American people.